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Agricultural drones take flight after Health Canada pesticide approval
A Health Canada approval allowing pesticide application by remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS), commonly known as drones, was granted in June, allowing farmers and small businesses across Southwestern Ontario to spray pesticides in accordance with the Pest Control Products Act and the Pest Control Products Regulations.
Oxford MP pays tribute to area farmers and ag industry as uncertainty continues
Oxford County’s Member of Parliament wants farmers to know just how much he appreciates the work they do to keep us fed.
Breaking the silence: Agriculture Wellness Ontario works to prevent suicide in farming communities
For farmers, the pressures of work and home are often impossible to separate.
Agricultural drones take flight after Health Canada pesticide approval
A Health Canada approval allowing pesticide application by remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS), commonly known as drones, was granted in June, allowing farmers and small businesses across Southwestern Ontario to spray pesticides in accordance with the Pest Control Products Act and the Pest Control Products Regulations.
Oxford MP pays tribute to area farmers and ag industry as uncertainty continues
Oxford County’s Member of Parliament wants farmers to know just how much he appreciates the work they do to keep us fed.
Breaking the silence: Agriculture Wellness Ontario works to prevent suicide in farming communities
For farmers, the pressures of work and home are often impossible to separate.
Agricultural drones take flight after Health Canada pesticide approval
A Health Canada approval allowing pesticide application by remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS), commonly known as drones, was granted in June, allowing farmers and small businesses across Southwestern Ontario to spray pesticides in accordance with the Pest Control Products Act and the Pest Control Products Regulations.
Oxford MP pays tribute to area farmers and ag industry as uncertainty continues
Oxford County’s Member of Parliament wants farmers to know just how much he appreciates the work they do to keep us fed.
Breaking the silence: Agriculture Wellness Ontario works to prevent suicide in farming communities
For farmers, the pressures of work and home are often impossible to separate.
Agricultural drones take flight after Health Canada pesticide approval
A Health Canada approval allowing pesticide application by remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS), commonly known as drones, was granted in June, allowing farmers and small businesses across Southwestern Ontario to spray pesticides in accordance with the Pest Control Products Act and the Pest Control Products Regulations.
Oxford MP pays tribute to area farmers and ag industry as uncertainty continues
Oxford County’s Member of Parliament wants farmers to know just how much he appreciates the work they do to keep us fed.
Breaking the silence: Agriculture Wellness Ontario works to prevent suicide in farming communities
For farmers, the pressures of work and home are often impossible to separate.
Museums celebrate 100th birthday of poet and playwright Jamie Reaney
The Brocksden School Museum has long educated many young students in North Easthope Township, but earlier this week, it was more than just a school museum.
Health-care advocates bring new book to Stratford
Co-authors Michael Decter, a Canadian health-policy expert and former Ontario deputy minister of health, and Mike McCarthy, a leading Canadian patient advocate, are coming to Stratford on Sept. 24 to talk about their new book, The Canadian Health Care Guerrilla Handbook: How to Fight for What You Need.
Shelterlink revives Black Swan Coffee House just in time for organization’s 35th anniversary
The Black Swan Coffee House for Change is back after being sorely missed by the community and visitors to Stratford.
St. Marys Farmers’ Market hosts Dog, Cat and Pet Day of Summer
There was lots of joy from farmers market patrons and their furry friends alike.
Perth South to review traffic concerns on Perth Line 16
Perth South staff will take a closer look at traffic and safety concerns along a stretch of Perth Line 16 after residents called on the municipality to consider reducing the speed limit and installing additional warning signs.
St. Marys Tree Power gains a new partner
The Town of St. Marys and the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) have struck a new partnership with Festival Hydro for the 2026 St. Marys Tree Power program.
Agricultural drones take flight after Health Canada pesticide approval
A Health Canada approval allowing pesticide application by remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS), commonly known as drones, was granted in June, allowing farmers and small businesses across Southwestern Ontario to spray pesticides in accordance with the Pest Control Products Act and the Pest Control Products Regulations.
Oxford MP pays tribute to area farmers and ag industry as uncertainty continues
Oxford County’s Member of Parliament wants farmers to know just how much he appreciates the work they do to keep us fed.
Breaking the silence: Agriculture Wellness Ontario works to prevent suicide in farming communities
For farmers, the pressures of work and home are often impossible to separate.
Trail Talk: Be aware of varying trail conditions
Trail conditions can vary from week to week.
Gateway CERH wraps up another successful summer of BRAVE-F screenings
Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) wrapped up another successful summer BRAVE-F (Benefitting Rural Areas Volunteer Emergency Firefighters) screening evening.
Historical sites that made Goderich: Hotel Bedford
Hotel Bedford in Goderich has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1896.
Buckets of Thanks project delivers hope one bucket at a time
The community came together, Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) Hub in New Hamburg for the Buckets of Thanks program, an annual fall event that brings volunteers together to pack relief kits for people in need around the world.
Regional council passes motion to prevent elected mayor from serving as chair
Members of Waterloo regional council have unanimously approved a motion asking the province not to allow a mayor to serve simultaneously as regional chair.
Health unit asking the public to know their drinking risk
Southwestern Public Health is encouraging residents to reflect on their drinking habits and explore new, easy-to-use online tools that can show the real impact alcohol can have on their health.
FARMS President Robert Shuh encouraged with progress around SAWP
The wheels of government action may grind slowly.
But Foreign Agricultural Resource Management Services (FARMS) President Robert Shuh believes they are grinding in the right direction.
The Chill Spot: A New Space Dedicated to Migrant Farm Workers
A new space has opened in Downtown Simcoe, the aptly named Chill Spot. As assumed by the name, this new location offers a space for foreign farm forkers to relax, hangout with one another, and receive support when visiting Downtown Simcoe.
“Nature is feeding us”: market garden farm’s diversity practices includes permaculture principles
Branching Path Farm grows such a diversity of food, they even have a goji berry bush that is descended from a slip taken from Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow’s garden.
Gratitude for the local farm community highlights Brant County Federation of Agriculture’s 85th anniversary celebration
The 85th anniversary of the Brant County Federation of Agriculture provided an evening of community, conviviality with good food on March 7.
“Farming forms our foundation” says farmer, co-founder of popular Paris brewery
Paris has long had the Paris Fair, but a seventh-generation local family created a new agriculture-themed landmark for this town.
“New Beginnings” is the theme for the Burford Agricultural Society board
One of the most significant “New Beginnings” for the Burford Agricultural Society (BAS) is the change of dates for the Burford Fair.
Candidates speak out on budget expectations
As part of its coverage leading up to October’s municipal election, the Tillsonburg Post talked to the mayoral and councillor candidates about their thoughts on the 2027 budget.
Wings and Wheels coming this weekend
Vintage aircraft and cars combined make one of the largest car shows in the area.
Candidates’ night planned for Sept. 29
Tillsonburg residents will have an opportunity to hear what candidates for mayor and councillor have to say at an event planned for Sept. 29.
County of Brant proposes pay increases for mayor, councillors for next term
County of Brant councillors are considering increases to the salaries of the mayor and council members for the 2026-2030 term, following a review that compared local compensation with several other Ontario municipalities.
Powerful Sept. 2 storm leaves trail of damage county wide
A powerful storm tore through the County of Brant on Wednesday evening, leaving thousands without power, damaging electrical infrastructure, toppling trees and forcing the cancellation of opening night at the Paris Fair.
Lauren O’Nahr takes top honours in Paris Fair Ambassador competition
Lauren O’Nahr was crowned the 2026 Paris Fair Ambassador last Thursday night, emerging from a field of three candidates during the opening ceremonies of the 168th annual Paris Fair.
Sponsored by the Girl Guides of Canada, O’Nahr earned the title following a competition that tested candidates through interviews, professional resumés, prepared speeches, impromptu questions and videos highlighting their sponsoring organizations.
My memories from September 11, 2001
Long before I was in the newspaper business, I still wrote a lot of things down and kept a journal.
Police urge caution after four drownings in Grand Bend area
In the span of less than two weeks, four individuals went missing and were later found dead in separate incidents in the Grand Bend area, and police are urging everyone with plans of being in or around the water to stay safe.
According to Lambton County OPP, crews began searching for a missing swimmer, a 28-year-old from Scarborough, who had last been seen on the beach at Pinery Provincial Park on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, just after 1 p.m.
Grand Bend Summer Sunset Sounds wraps up another year of concerts
It was a fitting sendoff to a summer of music as the final acts of Grand Bend Summer Sunset Sounds took to the stage Sept. 3.
Held on the Rotary Community Stage at Grand Bend’s main public beach, the free concert series featured Grand Bend’s own singer-songwriter Clara Stegall as the final headliner of the year, bringing the series to a close with local flare.
Seven candidates running for Norfolk mayor
Norfolk County residents will be spoiled for choice in this fall’s municipal election.
A last-minute entrant brought the total number of candidates running for mayor in the rural county to seven.
Homick, Buelow open Junior Grand Prix season
Summer Homick and Nick Buelow’s International Skating Union (ISU) season-opening Junior Grand Prix Ice Dance bronze medal in Xi’an, China, August 20-22 represented success in both ‘journey’ and ‘destination.’
A podium finish was where the pair wanted, virtually needed to further their shared goal of qualifying for the Junior Grand Prix series championship this December.
Simcoe Lions chicken BBQ returns ‘with a bang’
With an eye on the sky, Simcoe Lions Club hosted a Chicken BBQ fundraiser on Saturday, August 22 in downtown Simcoe.
More than 500 chicken dinners were sold, prepared on their barbecue in the parking lot of Riversyde 83, for both ‘drive through’ patrons and the Argyle Street festival goers from 4-7 p.m. It was held in partnership with the Simcoe BIA, who helped provide the Argyle Street venue, the band (Sharp Dog), and the inflatable company.
Humans helping humans: Sunflower festival continues to support Ukraine
With a blue cloudless sky over top a sea of 40,000 blooming yellow sunflowers, the scene at London Born Wines’ event space last month resembled the flag of the country attendees were supporting.
Diodati Farms a labour of love
First came the love of horses, then the idea of having a couple on their own property.
Study seeks to spin new use for stone wool substrate
Used substrate in Ontario’s greenhouses may offer value for farmers and outdoor growers.
Port Hope’s ‘Name that Snowplow’ contest returns
The Municipality of Port Hope is calling on residents to help give winter heroes a boost ahead of the season with the return of its “Name that Snowplow” contest.
Health unit encourages residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites
Lakelands Public Health is reminding residents about the importance of emptying wheelbarrows and other items that hold standing water where mosquitoes like to breed after three mosquito pools tested positive for the West Nile virus in the region.
Port Hope launches hydrant flushing initiative
The Municipality of Port Hope is rolling out its hydrant flushing initiative.
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